Lexipic Vocabulary Video BNC pg07

Welcome to LEXIPIC, the state of the art lexis with pictures!

Expand your English vocabulary with visual and vocalized media. Presented below are two video clips containing about 100 words that appear 1,974 to 2,078 times in British National Corpus, a tenth billion word collection, according to A. Kilgarriff.

Watch the full video to effect your revision. Do not stay absentminded but ceaselessly attempt to invoke your memories when it shows only the word and then an image. Pay attention to the synonyms and sample sentences and inscribe them into your brain. Repeat several times with the short recording.

The entire list of our BNC words is provided in a separate page.

Full Video: Synonyms, Usage, Korean



Short Video: Synonyms

BNC PG07 Words List

accommodate /əˈkɒmədeɪt/ v

▪ Denotes: (of a building or other area) provide lodging or sufficient space for.
▪ Corresponds to: lodge, house, put up, billet, quarter, board
▪ Instance: the cottages accommodate up to six people

accordance /əˈkɔːd(ə)ns/ n

▪ Denotes: In a manner conforming with.
▪ Corresponds to: in agreement with, in conformity with, in line with
▪ Instance: the ballot was held in accordance with trade union rules

adventure /ədˈvɛntʃə/ n

"

▪ Denotes: An unusual and exciting or daring experience.
▪ Corresponds to: exploit, escapade, deed, feat, trial
▪ Instance: her recent adventures in Italy

"

airline /ˈɛːlʌɪn/ n

▪ Denotes: An organization providing a regular public service of air transport on one or more routes.
▪ Corresponds to: air shuttle
▪ Instance: airline pilot

assert /əˈsəːt/ v

▪ Denotes: State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.
▪ Corresponds to: declare, maintain, contend, argue, state
▪ Instance: The claimants assert that their claims should also have been settled.

battery /ˈbat(ə)ri/ n

▪ Denotes: A container consisting of one or more cells, in which chemical energy is converted into electricity and used as a source of power.
▪ Corresponds to: cell, accumulator, power unit
▪ Instance: a camera battery

bible /ˈbʌɪb(ə)l/ n

▪ Denotes: The Christian scriptures, consisting of the Old and New Testaments.
▪ Corresponds to: the scriptures, the holy scriptures
▪ Instance: verses from the Bible

broadcast /ˈbrɔːdkɑːst/ v

▪ Denotes: Transmit (a programme or some information) by radio or television.
▪ Corresponds to: transmit, relay, air, beam, put out, send out
▪ Instance: the announcement was broadcast live

bulk /bʌlk/ n

▪ Denotes: The mass or size of something large.
▪ Corresponds to: size, volume, dimensions, measurements
▪ Instance: residents jump up and down on their rubbish to reduce its bulk

butter /ˈbʌtə/ n

▪ Denotes: A pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream and used as a spread or in cooking.
▪ Corresponds to: ‘Beat the egg yolk into the batter, followed by the sour cream and melted butter.’
▪ Instance: fat, oil, cooking oil, animal fat

cathedral /kəˈθiːdr(ə)l/ n

▪ Denotes: The principal church of a diocese, with which the bishop is officially associated.
▪ Corresponds to: chancel, basilica
▪ Instance: When many people think of the Church, they think of cathedrals, stained glass windows and buildings with a cross on top.

cinema /ˈsɪnɪmə/ n

▪ Denotes: A theatre where films are shown for public entertainment.
▪ Corresponds to: movie theatre, movie house
▪ Instance: I was weaned on a diet of Hollywood fantasy at my local cinema

collective /kəˈlɛktɪv/ adj

▪ Denotes: Done by people acting as a group.
▪ Corresponds to: concertedstar, cumulative
▪ Instance: a collective protest

colony /ˈkɒləni/ n

▪ Denotes: A country or area under the full or partial political control of another country and occupied by settlers from that country.
▪ Corresponds to: territory, possession, holding, dependency,
▪ Instance: Japanese forces overran the French colony of Indo-China

commander /kəˈmɑːndə/ n

▪ Denotes: A person in authority, especially over a body of troops or a military operation.
▪ Corresponds to: leader, head, headman, boss, chief
▪ Instance: the commander of a paratroop regiment

comply /kəmˈplʌɪ/ v

▪ Denotes: Act in accordance with a wish or command.
▪ Corresponds to: abide by, act in accordance with, observe
▪ Instance: we are unable to comply with your request

considering /kənˈsɪd(ə)rɪŋ/ prep

▪ Denotes: Taking into consideration.
▪ Corresponds to: bearing in mind, taking into consideration
▪ Instance: considering the circumstances, Simon was remarkably phlegmatic

convenient /kənˈviːnɪənt/ adj

▪ Denotes: Fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans.
▪ Corresponds to: suitable, appropriate, fitting, fit, suited, agreeable
▪ Instance: I phoned your office to confirm that this date is convenient

criticise /ˈkrɪtɪsʌɪz/ v

▪ Denotes: Indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way.
▪ Corresponds to: find fault with, censure, denounce, condemn
▪ Instance: the opposition criticized the government's failure to consult adequately

curl /kəːl/ v

▪ Denotes: Form or cause to form into a curved or spiral shape.
▪ Corresponds to: wind, twine, entwine, wrap
▪ Instance: her fingers curled round the microphone

diplomatic /dɪpləˈmatɪk/ adj

▪ Denotes: Characterized by special tact in negotiations.
▪ Corresponds to: ambassadorial, consular, foreign-policy, political
▪ Instance: diplomatic relations with Britain were broken

discrimination /dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
▪ Corresponds to: prejudice, bias, bigotry, intolerance
▪ Instance: victims of racial discrimination

doctrine /ˈdɒktrɪn/ n

▪ Denotes: A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.
▪ Corresponds to: creed, credo, dogma, belief, set of beliefs
▪ Instance: the doctrine of predestination

domain /də(ʊ)ˈmeɪn/ n

▪ Denotes: A sphere or field of action or interest.
▪ Corresponds to: realm, kingdom, empire, dominion
▪ Instance: the French domains of the Plantagenets

drill /drɪl/ v

▪ Denotes: Produce (a hole) in something by or as if by boring with a drill.
▪ Corresponds to: drilling
▪ Instance: drill holes through the tiles for the masonry pins

effectiveness /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/ n

▪ Denotes: The degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result; success.
▪ Corresponds to: success, successfulness, efficacy, productiveness
▪ Instance: the effectiveness of the treatment

emission /ɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: The production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation.
▪ Corresponds to: discharge, release, outpouring, outflow
▪ Instance: the effects of lead emission on health

emphasize /ˈɛmfəsʌɪz/ v

▪ Denotes: To articulate or enunciate with special impressiveness upon a word, or agroup of words.
▪ Corresponds to: bring attention to, call attention to, draw attention to
▪ Instance: they emphasize the need for daily, one-to-one contact between parent and child

enforce /ɛnˈfɔːs/ v

▪ Denotes: Compel observance of or compliance with (a law, rule, or obligation)
▪ Corresponds to: impose, apply, carry out, administer
▪ Instance: the role of the police is to enforce the law

episode /ˈɛpɪsəʊd/ n

▪ Denotes: An incident or story in a literary work, separable from yet growing out of it.
▪ Corresponds to: incident, event, occurrence, happening,
▪ Instance: the whole episode has been a major embarrassment

equity /ˈɛkwɪti/ n

▪ Denotes: Fairness or impartiality.
▪ Corresponds to: fairness, fair-mindedness, justness
▪ Instance: equity of treatment

exclusive /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/ adj

▪ Denotes: Excluding or not admitting other things.
▪ Corresponds to: complete, full, entire, whole, total, absolute
▪ Instance: an exclusive focus on success and making money

experienced /ɪkˈspɪərɪənst/ adj

▪ Denotes: Having gained knowledge or skill in a particular field over time.
▪ Corresponds to: knowledgeable, skilful, skilled, expert
▪ Instance: an experienced social worker

fiction /ˈfɪkʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: Literature in the form of prose, especially novels, that describes imaginary events and people.
▪ Corresponds to: novels, stories, creative writing
▪ Instance: We are not likely to approach a work of fiction about James as Jamesian scholars.

float /fləʊt/ v

▪ Denotes: Rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking.
▪ Corresponds to: stay afloat, stay on the surface
▪ Instance: she relaxed, floating gently in the water

full-time  adj

▪ Denotes: Occupying or using the whole of someone's available working time.
▪ Corresponds to: professional, permanent, committed
▪ Instance: a full-time job

gastric /ˈɡastrɪk/ adj

▪ Denotes: Of, pertaining to, or near the stomach.
▪ Corresponds to: stomach, intestinal, enteric, duodenal
▪ Instance: a gastric ulcer

graphics /ˈɡrafɪks/ n

▪ Denotes: The products of the graphic arts, especially commercial design or illustration.
▪ Corresponds to: artworkstar
▪ Instance: Her daughter Brigitte, a graphics student, designed the cover.

hardware /ˈhɑːdwɛː/ n

▪ Denotes: Tools, machinery, and other durable equipment.
▪ Corresponds to: equipment, apparatus, gear, paraphernalia
▪ Instance: high-tech military hardware

humour /ˈhjuːmə/ n

▪ Denotes: The quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech.
▪ Corresponds to: comical aspect, comic side, funny side,
▪ Instance: his tales are full of humour

induce /ɪnˈdjuːs/ v

▪ Denotes: Succeed in persuading or leading (someone) to do something.
▪ Corresponds to: persuade, convince, prevail upon
▪ Instance: the pickets induced many workers to stay away

insight /ˈɪnsʌɪt/ n

▪ Denotes: Intellectual discernment.
▪ Corresponds to: intuition, perception, awareness, discernment
▪ Instance: his mind soared to previously unattainable heights of insight

institutional /ɪnstɪˈtjuːʃ(ə)n(ə)l/ adj

▪ Denotes: Of, in, or like an institution or institutions.
▪ Corresponds to: corporate
▪ Instance: institutional care

intent /ɪnˈtɛnt/ n

▪ Denotes: Intention or purpose.
▪ Corresponds to: aim, purpose, intention, objective
▪ Instance: with alarm she realized his intent

invasion /ɪnˈveɪʒ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: Encroachment, as by an act of intrusion or trespass.
▪ Corresponds to: occupation, conquering, capture, seizure
▪ Instance: Napoleon's disastrous invasion of Russia in 1812

junction /ˈdʒʌŋ(k)ʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: The condition of being joined.
▪ Corresponds to: join, joint, intersection, link, bond
▪ Instance: the junction of the two rivers

leaflet /ˈliːflɪt/ n

▪ Denotes: A little leaf or a booklet.
▪ Corresponds to: pamphlet, booklet, brochure, handbill
▪ Instance: pick up a leaflet from your local branch

leap /liːp/ v

▪ Denotes: Jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force.
▪ Corresponds to: jump over, jump, vault over, vault
▪ Instance: he leapt on to the parapet

learning /ˈləːnɪŋ/ n

▪ Denotes: The acquisition of knowledge or skills through study, experience, or being taught.
▪ Corresponds to: study, studying, education, schooling
▪ Instance: these children experienced difficulties in learning

literally /ˈlɪt(ə)rəli/ adv

▪ Denotes: In a literal manner or sense; exactly.
▪ Corresponds to: verbatim, word for word, line for line
▪ Instance: the driver took it literally when asked to go straight over the roundabout

lorry /ˈlɒri/ n

▪ Denotes: A large, heavy motor vehicle for transporting goods or troops; a truck.
▪ Corresponds to: truck
▪ Instance: a lorry driver

loyalty /ˈlɔɪəlti/ n

▪ Denotes: The quality of being loyal.
▪ Corresponds to: faithfulness, constancy
▪ Instance: his extreme loyalty to the Crown

luxury /ˈlʌkʃ(ə)ri/ n

▪ Denotes: A state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.
▪ Corresponds to: opulence, luxuriousness, sumptuousness
▪ Instance: he lived a life of luxury

magnificent /maɡˈnɪfɪs(ə)nt/ adj

"

▪ Denotes: Extremely beautiful, elaborate, or impressive.
▪ Corresponds to: splendid, spectacular, impressive, striking
▪ Instance: a dramatic landscape of magnificent mountains

"

marked /mɑːkt/ adj

▪ Denotes: Having a visible mark or marking.
▪ Corresponds to: notable, noticeable
▪ Instance: a houseplant with beautifully marked, dark green leaves

menu /ˈmɛnjuː/ n

▪ Denotes: A list of dishes available in a restaurant.
▪ Corresponds to: bill of fare, tariff, card
▪ Instance: the waiter handed her a menu

mess /mɛs/ n

▪ Denotes: A dirty or untidy state of things or of a place.
▪ Corresponds to: untidiness, disorder, disarray, clutter
▪ Instance: she made a mess of the kitchen

mixed /mɪkst/ adj

▪ Denotes: Consisting of different qualities or elements.
▪ Corresponds to: assorted, varied, variegated, miscellaneous
▪ Instance: a mixed diet

molecule /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/ n

▪ Denotes: A group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound that can take part in a chemical reaction.
▪ Corresponds to: particle, bit, little bit, tiny bit, tiny piece,
▪ Instance: This electricity splits the water molecules in an electrolyte, producing hydrogen.

motive /ˈməʊtɪv/ n

▪ Denotes: A reason for doing something.
▪ Corresponds to: reason, motivation, motivating force, rationale
▪ Instance: police were unable to establish a motive for his murder

mutter /ˈmʌtə/ v

▪ Denotes: Say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation.
▪ Corresponds to: talk under one's breath, murmur, mumble
▪ Instance: he muttered something under his breath

myth /mɪθ/ n

▪ Denotes: A fictitious narrative presented as historical, but without any basis of fact.
▪ Corresponds to: folk tale, story, folk story, legend
▪ Instance: ancient Celtic myths

naked /ˈneɪkɪd/ adj

▪ Denotes: without clothes.
▪ Corresponds to: nude, bare, in the nude, stark naked
▪ Instance: he'd never seen a naked woman before

necessity /nɪˈsɛsɪti/ n

▪ Denotes: That which is indispensably requisite to an end desired.
▪ Corresponds to: essential requirement, prerequisite, indispensable item
▪ Instance: the necessity of providing parental guidance

needle /ˈniːd(ə)l/ n

▪ Denotes: A very fine slender piece of polished metal with a point at one end and a hole or eye for thread at the other, used in sewing.
▪ Corresponds to: bait
▪ Instance: a darning needle

nonetheless /nʌnðəˈlɛs/ adv

▪ Denotes: In spite of that; nevertheless.
▪ Corresponds to: in spite of everything, in spite of that, even so
▪ Instance: the rally, which the government had declared illegal, was nonetheless attended by some 6,000

overlook /əʊvəˈlʊk/ v

▪ Denotes: Fail to notice.
▪ Corresponds to: miss, fail to notice, fail to observe
▪ Instance: he seems to have overlooked one important fact

physically /ˈfɪzɪkli/ adv

▪ Denotes: In a manner relating to the body as opposed to the mind.
▪ Corresponds to: bodily
▪ Instance: physically demanding work

pond /pɒnd/ n

▪ Denotes: A small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means.
▪ Corresponds to: pool, puddle, lake, tarn, reservoir,
▪ Instance: a garden pond

proposition /prɒpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: A statement or assertion that expresses a judgement or opinion.
▪ Corresponds to: theory, hypothesis, thesis, argument,
▪ Instance: the proposition that high taxation is undesirable

raid /reɪd/ n

▪ Denotes: A rapid surprise attack on an enemy by troops, aircraft, or other armed forces.
▪ Corresponds to: surprise attack, hit-and-run raid, tip-and-run raid
▪ Instance: a bombing raid

rebel /ˈrɛb(ə)l/ n

▪ Denotes: A person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or leader.
▪ Corresponds to: revolutionary, insurgent, revolutionist, mutineer
▪ Instance: Tory rebels

reluctant /rɪˈlʌkt(ə)nt/ adj

▪ Denotes: Unwilling.
▪ Corresponds to: unwilling, disinclined, unenthusiastic, grudging
▪ Instance: she seemed reluctant to answer

render /ˈrɛndə/ v

▪ Denotes: Provide or give (a service, help, etc.)
▪ Corresponds to: give, provide, supply, furnish, make available
▪ Instance: money serves as a reward for services rendered

restoration /rɛstəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: The action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition.
▪ Corresponds to: repair, repairing, fixing, mending, refurbishment
▪ Instance: the restoration of Andrew's sight

retreat /rɪˈtriːt/ v

▪ Denotes: withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat.
▪ Corresponds to: withdraw, retire, draw back, pull back
▪ Instance: the French retreated in disarray

rhythm /ˈrɪð(ə)m/ n

▪ Denotes: A strong, regular repeated pattern of movement or sound.
▪ Corresponds to: pattern, flow, tempo, regular features
▪ Instance: Ruth listened to the rhythm of his breathing

sacrifice /ˈsakrɪfʌɪs/ v

▪ Denotes: To make an offering of to deity, especially by presenting on an altar.
▪ Corresponds to: offer up, immolate, slaughter
▪ Instance: the goat was sacrificed at the shrine

satellite /ˈsatəlʌɪt/ n

▪ Denotes: An artificial body placed in orbit round the earth or moon or another planet in order to collect information or for communication.
▪ Corresponds to: space station, space capsule, spacecraft
▪ Instance: a communications satellite

sheer /ʃɪə/ adj

▪ Denotes: Absolute. Nothing other than; unmitigated (used for emphasis) (especially of a cliff or wall) perpendicular or nearly so. (of a fabric) very thin; diaphanous.
▪ Corresponds to: utter, complete, absolute, total, pure
▪ Instance: she giggled with sheer delight

shore /ʃɔː/ n

▪ Denotes: The land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water.
▪ Corresponds to: seashore, seaside, beach, coast, coastal region
▪ Instance: I made for the shore

singer /ˈsɪŋə/ n

▪ Denotes: A person who sings, especially professionally.
▪ Corresponds to: vocalist, soloist, songster, songstress
▪ Instance: a pop singer

statistical /stəˈtɪstɪk(ə)l/ adj

▪ Denotes: Relating to the use of statistics.
▪ Corresponds to: analytical
▪ Instance: a statistical comparison

statute /ˈstatʃuːt/ n

▪ Denotes: Any authoritatively declared rule, ordinance, decree, or law.
▪ Corresponds to: law, regulation, enactment, act, bill, decree
▪ Instance: the Act consolidated statutes dealing with non-fatal offences

stimulate /ˈstɪmjʊleɪt/ v

▪ Denotes: To rouse to activity or to quickened action.
▪ Corresponds to: restorative, tonic, invigorating, bracing, energizing
▪ Instance: the women are given fertility drugs to stimulate their ovaries

stimulus /ˈstɪmjʊləs/ n

▪ Denotes: Incentive.
▪ Corresponds to: encouragement
▪ Instance: areas of the brain which respond to auditory stimuli

straightforward /streɪtˈfɔːwəd/ adj

▪ Denotes: Uncomplicated and easy to do or understand.
▪ Corresponds to: uncomplicated, simple, easy, effortless
▪ Instance: in a straightforward case no fees will be charged

terrace /ˈtɛrəs/ n

▪ Denotes: A level paved area next to a building; a patio.
▪ Corresponds to: balcony, deck
▪ Instance: breakfast is served on the terrace

therapy /ˈθɛrəpi/ n

▪ Denotes: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
▪ Corresponds to: treatment, remedy, cure, remedial treatment,
▪ Instance: a course of antibiotic therapy

toilet /ˈtɔɪlɪt/ n

▪ Denotes: A fixed receptacle into which a person may urinate or defecate
▪ Corresponds to: lavatory, wc, water closet, convenience, public convenience
▪ Instance: Liz heard the toilet flush

tournament /ˈtʊənəm(ə)nt/ n

▪ Denotes: (in a sport or game) a series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for an overall prize.
▪ Corresponds to: competition, contest, championship, series,
▪ Instance: South Africa have competed at the last two World Cup tournaments and three African Nations Cup finals.

traditionally /trəˈdɪʃ(ə)n(ə)li/ adv

▪ Denotes: As part of a long-established custom, practice, or belief; typically.
▪ Corresponds to: commonly, generally
▪ Instance: behaviour that is traditionally associated with adolescence

tragedy /ˈtradʒɪdi/ n

▪ Denotes: An event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe.
▪ Corresponds to: disaster, calamity, catastrophe, cataclysm
▪ Instance: a tragedy that killed 95 people

transformation /ˌtransfəˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/ n

▪ Denotes: A marked change in form, nature, or appearance.
▪ Corresponds to: change, alteration, modification, variation
▪ Instance: British society underwent a radical transformation

translate /trɑːnzˈleɪt/ v

▪ Denotes: To give the sense or equivalent of in another language or dialect.
▪ Corresponds to: interpret, render, gloss, put, express, convert
▪ Instance: several of his books were translated into English

tremendous /trɪˈmɛndəs/ adj

▪ Denotes: Awe-inspiring.
▪ Corresponds to: very great, huge, enormous, immense, colossal
▪ Instance: Penny put in a tremendous amount of time

uncertain /ʌnˈsəːt(ə)n/ adj

▪ Denotes: Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.
▪ Corresponds to: unknown, undetermined, unsettled, unresolved
▪ Instance: an uncertain future

undermine /ʌndəˈmʌɪn/ v

▪ Denotes: To subvert in an underhand way.
▪ Corresponds to: erode, wear away, eat away at, chip away, undercut
▪ Instance: the flow of water had undermined pillars supporting the roof

warmth /wɔːmθ/ n

▪ Denotes: The quality, state, or sensation of being warm; moderate heat.
▪ Corresponds to: heat, warmness, hotness
▪ Instance: the warmth of the sun on her skin

widow /ˈwɪdəʊ/ n

▪ Denotes: A woman who has lost her spouse by death and has not married again.
▪ Corresponds to: single
▪ Instance: Upon the death of a husband, a widow chooses a husband from among the dead man's brothers.